From Pampered Prima Donna To Grizzled Veteran: Larry Johnson

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Published: June 27, 2009

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... have, at least for the moment, avoided the chopping block that is now under the hands of Scott Pioli.

For weeks, it was speculated that Johnson would be either traded or released following a grievance filed by the Chiefs over Johnson's contract secondary to a suspension last season.

This saga followed an offseason verbal request from Johnson requesting a trade or release from the Chiefs.

It seemed as if a divorce was inevitable.  Still, Johnson remains and has been surprisingly cooperative heading in to this season.

Johnson's six-year tenure in Kansas City has been tumultuous to say the least. 

From taking off the diapers to play for Head Coach Dick Vermeil, to being green with envy over Priest Holmes, Johnson has done little to endear himself to the Chiefs faithful. 

The past two seasons for Johnson have been frustrating for him I'm sure, and disappointing for the Chiefs and their fans.

Johnson playe...

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